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By NJ Chicaa
@NJChicaa (116124)
United States
July 26, 2020 10:53am CST
I've been pre-approved for a mortgage up to $350,000. I'm searching in the $225-$250K range though. I want to be sure that I can afford the mortgage and other bills. I know too many people who went and spent what they thought they could but then wound up losing their houses because they couldn't keep up with their obligations.
My concern is that I don't have a ton of money saved for renovations and repairs so any house I make an offer on has to pretty much be in move-in condition. I don't mind if I have to paint or buy a refrigerator but I can't afford to redo a kitchen or replace carpets with hardwood flooring.
I've found a couple more this morning that I will ask my father to get further information on. Even if they don't work out it is still good for me to get an idea of what is out there in my price range.
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9 responses
@FourWalls (62436)
• United States
26 Jul 20
I did one of those “how much house can you afford” things and it said I should be homeless. 
Do take your time. It’s quite a tough process, but it is also the biggest purchase you’ll ever make....and one you have to live with every day.
Do take your time. It’s quite a tough process, but it is also the biggest purchase you’ll ever make....and one you have to live with every day.2 people like this
@Lavanya15 (12888)
• Chennai, India
26 Jul 20
Wow that's cool. Hope you find your needed range house soon.best of luck my friend.
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@RebeccasFarm (86823)
• United States
1 Aug 20
Oh I am thrilled you will soon be getting a house will you Chicaa? Lots to choose from right now I am sure.
@sallypup (58105)
• Centralia, Washington
26 Jul 20
Just keep an eye out and don't be in a huge rush. We bought that house all ready for anyone to move into and boom, the renters had trouble with the gas heater. There went five thou.
@Tina30219 (81536)
• Onaway, Michigan
26 Jul 20
Right it is best to make sure you can afford it don’t want to lose the place and have to wind up back in a apartment again. I hope you find something move in ready
@LindaOHio (157150)
• United States
26 Jul 20
Take your time and don't rush into anything. I know you will be very cautious.
